Chicago, Illinois vs. Rockville, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockville, Maryland is 30.0% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $259,963 in Rockville, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockville, Maryland is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Rockville
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rockville, MD
Compared to Chicago, Rockville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  16.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  119.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  3.3% lower
  Health
  1.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower